Going to the Beach.

Looking forward to beach weather on the Great Lakes.  After a cold spring, what could be more welcome than enjoying the beach.  Kids do not seem to mind cold water.

A tern takes flight over the Great Lakes above a welter of waves. 

The Dynamic Great Lakes is a book about the nature of life in, above and around the five Great Lakes.  It is available in Michigan from Schuler books in Lansing and Grand Rapids, The Bookman in Grand Haven, Barnes & Noble and Amazon.com plus many other fine bookstores.

The Great Lakes inspire many artists and writers alike.  I am both.  I painted this watercolor and many other works both visual and written.

Swans

I love to see swans on the lake or flying over it.  They are very beautiful.  They can be feisty though.  They have gone after people who approach their nests too closely.